WHAT IS A REAL MINIMALIST? || Benefits, Clutter Thresholds, and Happiness!

[@rode_rash3956]

My personal definition of minimalism is having enough without lack or burden. Your journey has been life changing for me. Now I understand why I seldom felt happy in my house and why other people’s homes felt so much more inviting. Thank you. And congratulations on your amazing journey.

[@MerisMoris]

Oh, I like that definition. Part of my personal trepidation with the term 'minimalism' is that many, many people live minimalistic but unvoluntarily. They just can't afford more, so your part with 'without lack or burden' sums that up pretty good!

[@tanyajohnston8262]

I really like your definition, Thank you for that

[@naomilindstedt6271]

I like that a lot! I just call it simplifying but that sounds nicer.

[@EricaLucasLoves]

That is a lovely definition!!!

[@rode_rash3956]

Go ahead!

[@terryruiz7417]

I have most enjoyed the transformation of you! I discovered your channel several months ago, and watched older videos and how very hard you have worked. As someone in her 70's, I guess I have a different take on your huge undertaking, admiring all you've done. I look at it as becoming a beautiful, mature woman, living a life that blesses you and your family. There are several "minimalist "channels, and I find the homes sterile, uninviting. You have created a comfortable space for all of you to live in and call "home." Blessings to all of you.

[@EricaLucasLoves]

Thank you! Messes are real life.

[@southerngalcharm4460]

This- stated well.

[@npigwnl]

When I learned about minimalism a few years ago my first thought was “that’s too extreme for me”. But it turned out to be exactly what I was looking for. You go through a process that changes your mindset, but like you said, when it comes to the actual stuff, you just make it your own. I’m “extreme” in some ways, “intentional” in others, and some areas are still a work in progress. I truly think (customised) minimalism could benefit anyone.

[@EricaLucasLoves]

Yes!! So well said.

[@sburwell75]

Customized Minimalism is a perfect way to describe it.

[@lorig.7127]

"It was like letting go of a breath, I did not even know I was holding".... YES !!! I agree with this 100% from my own personal experience.

[@bearlycountry2406]

I love this video! I was really struggling with the Minimal Mom’s videos because her clutter comfort level was so low it stressed me out. I cant imagine living with so little and enjoying it. I know that it’s perfect for her but it wasn’t helping me to mindfully declutter. Thank you for your approach and making this video. It makes minimalism or being minimalish seem possible.

[@embee5605]

You are my absolute favorite and I figured out why. You are us and we are you. You are so relatable and your teaching concepts can actually apply to real life. Thank you always for such great content!

[@EricaLucasLoves]

Thank you! Real life is messy. :)

[@johnandkitty]

We can genuinely say, "You LOOK like a happier person." Great video, Erica!

[@johnandkitty]

"Minimalism is about intentionality." - So good!

[@carolaspinall1965]

'Like holding a breathe I didn't know I was holding. ' I love that description!

[@judyellen4412]

I remember that basement...you’ve come a long way baby!! Lol You help me, by watching you. Thank you for your example.😀

[@EricaLucasLoves]

Thank you! Some days I’m not sure if I should keep doing this and knowing this helps me to keep going!

[@lnielsen617]

Your honesty is what makes you so relatable. Thank you for sharing your journey with us

[@julieanne7223]

Your happiness shows Erica, you are glowing..... Thank you for explaining and sharing.

[@laurelin4401]

I really appreciated when you said you don’t ask family not to give gifts. My mother-in-laws love language is gifts, so I think it would be very unkind for me to tell her not to give my kids things, and I can see her joy in getting things for them. I see this as one of those areas where it’s not all about me, and if I’m a little bit stressed out by stuff for a few weeks around birthdays and holidays, that’s ok.

[@EricaLucasLoves]

Yeeeees. Kids work out today hat they like or don’t, no matter who gave it.

[@sharjo52]

Yes!

[@entretenimiento3347]

This would sound bad but I think is also has to be about "how American erica lifestyle is" hear me out maybe not discourage people to give you things but maybe encourage certain things without them changing their all mind, for example encouraging what some other cultures give like food, cash, house neccesities and not seeing that as a bad gift, or ask parent what they may need.

[@EricaLucasLoves]

@@entretenimiento3347 that’s a good perspective. Thanks!

[@susanbarber6208]

Don’t seem like it has been two years but when I think of COVID. You are right!!! Also your hair looks fantastic!!

[@ldl12]

Thank you for continuing to share your process and progress. Fashion side note: You look great in turquoise!

[@EricaLucasLoves]

Ooooih thanks!

[@AtoZenLife]

Woohoo, it’s awesome to see how far you have come. 🤗🤗🤗 Looking forward to the q and a!!!

[@EricaLucasLoves]

Me too, actually!

[@debsmith7460]

I love your definition of minimalism and your tree analogy is profound. It's so great to see your steady, continual progress. You are so right that stages of life mean we have to adapt and change. This is how these things work long term!

[@victorlou28]

You look great Erika, I love the color on you. Thanks for sharing your experiences, practice and knowledge with us!

[@EricaLucasLoves]

Thanks!

[@pameehanson3866]

I guess that that I have been following your channel for the past two years😮 I remember your old basement and the beginnings of this journey for you. I listened today and how far you have come. Now your reaching out and sharing with others about taking their own journey ❤️ thanks 😊

[@EricaLucasLoves]

Thank you for being a friend for 2 years!

[@wallflower5182]

I liked how you used a tree to describe your minimalism. This past summer, I helped out my daughter by pruning back her overly large rhododendron bushes. I kept trimming here and there until there was a pleasing shape, removing the overgrown limbs that were too tall, too wide, too close to the house, oddly shaped, etc. It took all afternoon, because I wanted to be thoughtful about it. Although pruning left gaps here and there, I told my daughter that the bush would 'fill in' the gaps eventually. And within a month, the bush breathed a sigh of relief, and budded more flowers before Fall set in. A thing of beauty. All this to say, in our minimalism journey, it may take a while, but we need to prune and prune until our lives take a pleasing shape and the misshapen and odd segments are gone, and the flow is great, and we sigh with relief. Our gaps will fill in eventually, and we will be left with a thing of beauty.

[@catherineross7776]

"Letting go of a breath I didn't even know I was holding". Light-bulb moment when you said that. Thank you x

[@siobhancapell]

My favourite part of this whole video was that there were papers and stuff on the floor in the background while you were speaking. It points to how genuine and authentic you are about this whole endeavour. I'm so pleased to have found your channel, Erica. I feel like we're just chatting with a coffee while our kids play together. Thank you. It has been such a blessing to have your videos, especially during these times when I can't have a play date or coffee with friends.

[@christined2495]

Erica, your channel is my FAVORITE, I look so forward to seeing a new video. You are so relatable, your every woman, and your family is blessed and so are your subscribers ❤️

[@sunitac2397]

Erica, that was a great video! You really spoke to me and stated your case very well for the benefits of minimalism in so many aspects of your life. When you said, "It was like letting go of a breath I did not know know I even was holding", it really resonated with me. That is what it is like to de-clutter and begin being more intentional and living life more according to what really matters. I love watching your videos and I can see the happiness growing in your life. You definitely inspire me to continue in my journey as a minimalist. It's a slow process for me, but I am definitely seeing benefits happening in our home and in my life and for my husband and children. Thanks so much!!!

[@madzabinga8382]

Yay! I could hear you much better in this video. Thanks being such a great example to me. You have evolved into living your truth and being your best self!!

[@EricaLucasLoves]

YES! I’ve been experimenting with microphones so I’m glad to know this.

[@JuliaK-H]

I feel like you're describing "intentionalism"... and I like it! 😀

[@sburwell75]

Love the "I grow my own food but also feed my kids Kraft macaroni & cheese out of the box." Balance is definitely the key.

[@lisefrydenlund4147]

Yes, I like your answer to what a minimalist are or what is minimalism. I knitting much of my ovn clothes now, and people say to me I get to many cloth to be a minimalist. I ask why but get no answer. Knitting is a hobby and I love my home made and me made clothes and take much more care of they. And I use they. Thats minimalism for me. As you say, it's not about numbers, it's about what you use, need. At least for me.

[@npigwnl]

Exactly, what’s more minimal than having a hobby that uses up stuff and results in having clothes to wear?! I love knitting 🧶

[@extractdigit]

Your hair is FANTASTIC!

[@gigieyre]

Love your channel! I'm 53 and I can relate so much to your life. I'm definitely minimalish. I love that word! I really enjoy your videos and I'm enjoying your journey. Thanks for sharing a part of it with us!

[@mrs.giardina9711]

I have also loved watching your journey. You’re just glowing now and it seems so effortless. Thank you for being transparent and sharing your real life with us. So many people who are “minimalist” don’t show any of their messes. It makes minimalism seem so unattainable. You and Andy work so well together. Thanks to Andy for his service to our country, and to you all as his family who have served along side of him.

[@abbykartzinel2292]

I LOVE the hippie adjacent term! I call myself accidentally crunchy. I never set out to intentionally adopt these things! It just turns out they work really well for our family and that they save us a ton of money!

[@heabooktubes]

Ok. I actually really, really loved this video. It can be a difficult balance with family, but we can’t force them into minimalism. ♥️♥️♥️

[@MelindaPlainandSimple]

I've only been decluttering since January, but early on I figured out that mimalism is not one-size-fits-all. I really didn't care about becoming a "minimalist"; I just wanted to learn how to let go of things. I wanted motivation to continue. From people like you, I learned that I'm not alone and that I can do this. I've been reaping benefits and learning since the beginning, and I know there's so much more to come as I continue. I look forward to it. Thank you so much for sharing your journey. 😊

[@catharinabra]

You’ve come a crazy long way on your decluttering journey, it truly is impressive! 🌟🌟

[@DipityS]

Beautifully put. For me: I'd like to be able to travel away from home, for short or longer trips, without going out of my head completely and never having things ready on time and checking everything a hundred times and panicking and stressing. I love all the other aspects but I'm hoping one day to streamline my routine to a point which enables me to be able to take off and be fairly happy with the state of things at home because I didn't leave it to the last two days before the trip to completely spring clean the entire house - where I don't always feel like I've missed something in packing because I have my 'Travel List' (which is something I do actually have and just need to remember to use it) and I can quickly go through that and know it's all taken care off. Every time I go away and I have to dash back into the house a half dozen times and spend half the trip fretting over what I may have left behind and bang my shin and thump my thumb because I'm too stressed to watch what I'm doing - I pine for the day I may actually travel with at least 'some' ease.

[@robyn-mareepenny2926]

I agree totally and I am also crunchy but ultimately happier as I work towards this goal of a more minimalist lifestyle. It's nice to feel more peace, that's my favourite part of the journey.

[@angelaolha7531]

Yes, it’s about balance and doing what works best for you and your family.

[@carolmason9998]

Erica I have watched you grow into a confident and beautiful person over the last year since I found you on youtube, I have laughed with you, cried with you and encouraged on. You have become the go to person everytime I get stuck with my own decluttering! You are truly amazing thank you ❣️

[@nesser1352]

I also appreciate no restrictions toward family. I am on the minimalist side and husband is definitely opposite. It has taken some adjusting on my part to not have critical thoughts about it in my head but I am getting there and we exist harmoniously.

[@karenstairs8273]

I love the term you used Minimalish ...I feel like it fits me as I am going through my process. My son is a Minimalist ...He has been for over 25 years...Maybe more. I think we share our space well together. He has said that I have parted with almost half of my things. Because I feel comfortable with what I have parted with, I don't miss those things. I do understand Andy's process...and yours. I love when you and Andy sort though things together.

[@edwinaforeman6618]

I don't think you need the "Bless my mess" sign any longer. You have done an amazing job with all those boxes.

[@wyoag12]

🙋‍♀️ I also grow my own food in a big garden and feed my kids boxed macaroni! Ha! Amen to a balanced life!

[@farmlifefantasy8448]

Aahhh!! I have literally searched your channel so many times in the last two days waiting for your video... I need some good Ole erica humor and inspiration 😍

[@EricaLucasLoves]

Aw!! I unexpectedly took a break for the last week. ❤️❤️

[@liatori6214]

"What is minimalism?" - I like that you addressed this question a day I like your answer. Thank you!

[@kobaltowa30]

I just love your channel. You are actually look happier then 2 years ago. We have like nothing in common except minimalism but it is so nice to see somebody so genuine, so down to earth. All I can see here is every day solution for every day problems, not struggle for perfection. I really like that your house look nothing like pinterest 😁 I'm sending you warm hugs from Poland ❤

[@tanyajohnston8262]

I so look forward to your videos and then sad when it has been watched :) Love your realness.

[@EricaLucasLoves]

Aw! Virtual hugs!

[@cathyjarmon6863]

I just looked (again) at your 3 month update from December 2019. Your journey (which includes all of you - you, the kids, and hubby) was painful to watch at times but so worthwhile and inspiring, encouraging, and empowering, because we see that "minimalish" is a good destination. We see the benefits on your face, in your words, and in your home. Good Job Erica!

[@jacquelinepetersen9061]

Erica, you've done a great job with all that you have made decisions on these last 2 years. It's hard to get rid of sentimental things, but it does get easier and you go along. Your husband has really given up things that he would have kept before. I think he sees you doing that and he is taking the time to make the decision to part with things he would have kept before. Keep moving forward because being a minimalist has several meanings that you realize after you have de-cluttered. I think it's a constant thing that as you go along each day, you realize what you really need and what is just things we have but don't really need. Easier then to part with them. Keep moving forward. Thanks for sharing.

[@miss.leviwhiteside5923]

I´m still working on decluttering and paying down debt yet I have Christmas on the mind now and have been spending already on gifts and since I have not bought much Christmas stuff in years I have treated myself to some new things from Hobby Lobby and plan to get many new ornaments, etc, which doesn´t help my debt so it feels conflicting. I have been saying for years I´m going to start container gardening and have not. Watching yours grow I want to write it out, get enough potting soil and make it happen. Curating my closet is next on my list. I have gotten rid of a lot but SO much remains that I don´t wear. Your channel helps me a lot with my processes. I´m also starting on my office/craft room-it was mostly an office with the intent to be a craft room too-now I am ready to spend my winter in there and looking forward to getting items on hand for crafting-as budget friendly as possible-and I have to declutter to get that room where it needs to be and want to achieve it before winter. Thanks for what you do! I´m off to your next video.

[@juliemix3373]

Erica, I love these talks you have with the camera. I love hearing your thought processes on what you're doing. That's what I liked the most about your channel from the very beginning. When you showed those pictures of your old house when you were first started out, it looked so daunting. Gosh, remember that crawlspace you could barely fit into? And Ranger wanted to help you too? So funny and such a struggle. But you did it!! Thank you so much for letting us come on this great journey with you. Cheers.

[@martavillanueva1062]

Thank you for not running to do Dollar Tree hauls and making fall decore for the house. I don't need that to get through fall. Decluttering and maintenance is what gives me the most benefit.

[@amma7244]

I scrolled the comments for judgy preachy minimalists and your community is mostly so supportive. You do you that’s exactly what drew us all in. Dont feel just because we are curious about seeing you stretch making from dcrstch if ut fordnt match your season of life.

[@jenison2985]

I love where you’re coming from, Erica..that knowing only when you have gone through it is a biggie!! I’ve been on my minimalist journey since 2018 and I’m happier than ever! Kudos to you for inspiring others to venture into their own minimalist space..everyone has a unique story. I enjoy your honesty and candor..keep it going..you’re awesome! 💝😊🎉🎉

[@pattiharrison1211]

What a great conversation….. and reflection. You are one of the few people I’ve watched that can articulate thought into meaningful words that make sense….. I like the way for instance, you see minimalism as a tool, to help make living simpler - the reasons behind minimalist rather than just as a “fad” or because you feel guilty for having “stuff”, while at the same time not forcing others to conform…… Thanks for sharing. ❤️

[@vickibedford669]

I have been watching your channel and a few other minimalism/decluttering channels for a few months. I find I learn something from all of them even though they aren't always relatable to me. This video just became my favorite so far. You explained your journey in such a way that I am excited to keep decluttering and not feeling like I have to part with things that I'm just not ready to part with. We, too, became debt free a few years ago and so I understand that feeling of not understanding how freeing something feels until you've worked hard to achieve it. Now I'm really looking forward to gaining more control of the "things" in my home. Thanks Erica!

[@gint5414]

I love when you talk about your progress and interject your real feelings! It is so relatable! Love your videos.

[@gordiennedavis2264]

You are so wise and I love the way you describe who and what we are. I now know its OK to buy things while limiting things that I don't need at this point in my life. THANKS!

[@jeh02571]

I totally agree! Minimalism to me means focusing on things that I care about, and filtering out or lessoning my focus on things I do not. I have 3 things that I am totally ok with buying and adding to my home, but clothing is not something I care too much about so I only buy things when what I have wears out. I've sorted through what I own a few times and I am content with what I have now as I seem to get rid of less and less. Minimalism is so freeing. Gives me the ability to say 'No, I don't want/need that' and that is great.

[@melindareuter1098]

Your countenance just speaks calm and contentment! Thank you for sharing your life, and your journey, with us.

[@sandysmom100]

My journey has been life changing. Now to pay my debt down. I will be so happy !!

[@carriejohnson8209]

Great video Erica, it's the dichotomy we live with everyday as humans; as caretakers of each other and the earth. Bless you.

[@trinam2503]

I love how calm you are about gifts. I had no choice but to put my foot down to family members. Almost all my family members say their love language is gifts. But how is it loving when you know what you are giving is stressing out the receiver?? We asked for 3 yrs for gifts to be limited. The aunts/siblings got it and where ok with it after the 1st yr. And even said they enjoyed choosing smaller higher quality gifts that were more meaningful. The grandparents?? Whoo eee!! You would have thought we asked them to eat dog turds for dinner!! We finally reached a compromise. My sister suggested that as a family we only buy gifts for those under 18. The grandparents actually liked this idea. ( thank goodness!!). For adults we exchange ornaments or food gifts. I am a quilter and make most of our gifts. Since they agreed to limit christmas giving, I try to make them super nice gifts for birthdays and other holidays. (Mothers/fathers day, anniversary etc). Quilts, wall hangings, quilted baskets, books covers for the readers etc. They now know they can ask for a particular hand made gift and I will do my best to make it for them. Its not perfect. Our daughter still gets an overwhelming amount of gifts at christmas and birthdays. And I dont think that is going to change. But now we know its just what is hers, and I know after a few days on the living room floor it will move to her bedroom or play area.

[@Aphantys]

I am so grateful for the day I found your videos. I always thought that being minimalist was to live in an empty white house with a bed a fridge and a stove. It sounded unreal and kind of ridiculous, but everyone has their own needs and preferences. Thanks to you I learned about cozy minimalism and the true meaning of being minimalist.

[@lindaharris1951]

I agree. There's a big difference between minimalist design and minimalist living.

[@cristinas4398]

Oh wowwwwwwwww, you NAILED IT. Thank you soooo much for these thoughts and for summing up certain concepts and benefits of your 2 year journey. You answered so many questions that have recently started nagging me about my own journey in minimalism... Questions that I had floating vaguely around in my head and that I couldn't even identify or put my finger on but I recognized the answers when you spoke in this video and I thought "THAT'S what's been nagging at me, and THAT'S such a perfect solution, such a perfect balance between "minimalism" and "normal" living. Wonderful balance. Thank you, God bless y'all!

[@ricsmom97]

You are a life changer! Such wisdom and inspiration. So well said, articulate and clearly communicated. Fantastic!!!

[@mirelaxo]

I decluttered my kitchen draws during your video but yes, my definition of minimalism is living with less, living with intention.

[@MessiVsRonaldo29]

Brilliant Erica! Love this video. I have absolutely loved following your minimalist journey from the beginning, while I was walking out my own. You have a gift for evaluating and going deep in the thinking behind things and it is so helpful. Thanks for being you! Xx

[@sandysmom100]

I love this so much .Though I am understanding this more as I go on my huge decluttering journey with my family , this somewhat describes me .I thought at first I'd try bare bones minimalism which is like a couch, a TV a chair, one plant .I can not live like that. But you explain this so well .As soon as my huge decluttering is done this week .I know I will feel better .I'm 54 and had three young children. I can understand a lot of this. The one issue is my daughter is spec needs but 27 and brings hoards of stuff in the house. It almost feels like she is defeating my hard work. She loves gift bags , wrapping paper cards, ect ....Ugh .lol.

[@siameseire]

Your video and your being are a revelation of wondrous fluid living balanced, generous-hearted, common sense and humour filled, graceful human being. Bless you. Thank you.

[@lkreinmiller-author]

You are a minimalisht. 😉 I am not a minimalist, but my life has benefitted greatly from all the decluttering hints, tips, suggestions, etc the KZbin minimalists share. Thank all of you.

[@lindamusser7370]

This is the best video ever! That's saying a lot because I absolutely love the others. I happened to have my journal open so I took notes. Blessings on your head!

[@mercurialpierrot7073]

My husband and I are looking to move in the near future and I definitely feel like I want to go more minimal for the move and for living in general. There are things which we love that won't be minimal like books, clothing and kitchen supplies, but in terms of how the house operates... everything needs a home. We currently do not have a home for everything. That much is our goal.

[@lauragreen4899]

It is been so interesting watching your journey. Different from other minimalist people's journeys. It's good to see a different side. I love your definition of minimalism. It's not a one size fits all and you explain that so well. I've watched some people and I come away feeling guilty that I have too many things. Sometimes I've gone a little overboard on decluttering. I had three thermometers and thought I don't need three so I got rid of two and then the one I kept died on me. So I had to go buy a new one. How much space does a thermometer take up? So that's one instance where I overdid the decluttering and ended up spending more money. It made me take a step back and review what I was doing. So just keep sharing your life and you experiences, I know you've encouraged a lot of people. I enjoy these little chats with you. Thank you!

[@CollettePeace]

Great video! Thank you for sharing your experience. It feels like I'm hanging out with you 😊 I relate to the newfound peace after progressing along my minimalism journey! My partner, dog and I live in a studio currently. I looked at it as a challenge to pare down further and organize everything beautifully. I tackle different areas once or twice a week, as the mood strikes.

[@sigma_carnivoresse_essie]

Hi! I am still in the early stages and am getting rid of multiple boxes of stuff almost daily. Thanks for this video!

[@pameladay2732]

I very much enjoyed this video. I have begun following you about three weeks ago. I could really relate to the struggle you went through. I have been asking God how I can turn my life around to be able to enjoy both Him and life more and have more impact on those around me. He made me aware of your videos. I'm excited to see the itty bitty changes that have already begun to embed themselves in the way I think and the way I act now. Your illustration about the tree made me laugh. I have been growing a dogwood tree and couldn't figure out why it got all kinds of branches and leaves but never a trunk! I found out this weekend that there are two types of dogwood. One is a tree and one is a shrub! I apparently have the shrub variety! I think God was making His point to me with my "shrub." I'm now working on the mental/emotion growth of the trunk in myself.

[@CULady]

Your example of holding your breath is spot on! 👌 thank you for sharing your heart, home and family with us. It has helped me honor keepsakes and how to help my family through their own journey. ❤ Balance! Perfect thought. We can live a balance life.

[@sallydansereau1270]

This is such a lovely video. I totally get how it takes time to really feel to benefits. You put it all in a nutshell here.

[@alexisquinn2784]

You are delightful. Thank you for your time.

[@meganrasey4377]

I just had 10 minute nap and I'm about to have some caffeine and I'm hoping that might equal a purge. Because it's just too much for me in this season. That silent to do list. Ain't doin' it. Thank you for the encouragement.

[@Mrssupermumm]

You are so open Erica and it's endearing. I have watched you from the start and I have really enjoyed seeing your journey. This was a really great video. Much love. X

[@marjiecleveland]

I love your definition of minimalism. It's just right!

[@jennifermulgrew9144]

I really enjoy your channel & your approach to minimalism - how it is different for everyone. Thanks!

[@barbaraweber3084]

Nothing to it but to do it. I go in spurts, but I'm 60 years old sometimes it just gets overwhelming to try and downsize the stuff but I just plug away at it. I use "the one in two out" rule, for every one thing that comes in two must leave so eventually if I do nothing but that I should still have success ( or at least that's what I tell myself).

[@celianicoll7060]

I've followed your channel for a while now, and you are an inspiration! I love that your content is real and unfiltered. Thank you for taking us along on your journey.

[@zoesherman6278]

I simply love you lol so proud of you and thanks for your encouragement xoxo

[@deeanndavis1256]

Just over a minute in.. thumbs up-ing! 👌🏼👍🏼

[@loreestahl5783]

I think part of your happiness comes from Andy being home too. You're thriving! I agree, M is a tool...not a label. A verb not a noun. Ranger only cares about food and snuggles. Smart boy.

[@sheilak4493]

WOW how inspiring! Thank You dear friend!

[@irmadeboer1640]

thank you sooo much for sharing Erica, and I'm happy for you!

[@lorenet.2182]

You nailed it! It’s all about balance!’

[@ANNtique]

Would love to see some videos on you switching from some convenience food products to making your own. Nothing wrong with having the convenience stuff as well of course! I make my own big batch pancake/waffle mix and it saves me so much packaging (for example), home made taco seasoning etc. I’m always looking for more inspiration for stuff like that! Your journey has been so motivating for me

[@EricaLucasLoves]

I’ve been slowly making those changes naturally. I noticed the other day. I make my own applesauce and started making bread. I walk out back and grab tomatoes and peppers to make with dinner. It’s been so enjoyable

[@arielageronimo4492]

Love your videos so much! Keep that spirit! 👍🏼✨

[@juanitamayes6329]

Would love to see a video on ... What's next for you .... I have enjoyed watching your journey over the past 18-20 months (I found you right before the pandemic which gave me ideas to focus on while I was at home all the time).

[@michellejeffrey2890]

Love your realism! I think hippie adjacent is an accurate description of me too.

[@raerae2885]

This is the most insightful video I’ve seen about minimalism in a long time. Allowing family to speak the love language of gift giving is an “aha” for me. 🙏🏼

[@ivettewoods3733]

Good morning Erica. So glad to see you today

[@EricaLucasLoves]

You too!!

[@kamelijaatanasovska933]

I actually don't think about minimalism or put myself in a category I just buy and do what I think my family needs or we love .. the gifts are gifts it's everyone's choice if they ask me what we want or need I will ask for what I think that we need or the children asked for.. I love your journey I enjoy your content and you inspire me.. keep up with what makes you happy

[@allisonroundy1416]

You look really lovely in this video! Hope you and your family have a fantastic day! I always look forward to your videos and think you do an awesome job being very transparent with this KZbin community.